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I feel like this is sort of what we must be in this world today. We need to not just follow the crowd and say what we believe is right even when literally everyone else hates us for it

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I think that the purpose MLK had behind this quote was to show people that every single step is important even if you don't know where it may take you. One step in the right direction can kickstart action.

reilly zegunis

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The idea he's trying to convey is that whatever you do, keep moving forward. Don't let your limitations hold you back from progressing on a certain goal. In his case, it meant progress in the Civil Rights Movement, but for us, it might be a smaller goal for our own lives.

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I feel like this quote can definitely relate to the world today. Some people will take out their anger on others of the different race because of things that happened in the past. I feel like people need to be able to forgive one another, and realize that humans are not perfect and will make mistakes. Some things, we can't control.

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Many times in life we put ourselves through so much darkness to get us to a place that we imagine, and once that darkness comes to an end, we can see that all the darkness that we went through was worth it in the end.

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Many times in life we put ourselves through so much darkness to get us to a place that we imagine, and once that darkness comes to an end, we can see that all the darkness that we went through was worth it in the end.

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I really like his quote because it is as if he is saying, even if you aren't 100% sure of what you're getting into or what the future holds, the first step to courage is taking that first step. -Carley

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The Civil rights movement was in no way popular among the oppressive majority, but Martin Luther King Jr. and many others risked their own safety to fight for it. They knew it was something they has to do to make this country safer and more welcoming not only for them, but for their children as well. Their actions went against many of the laws of the times and they were continuously arrested, threatened, and attacked, but they persevered. they persevered because their conscience told them it was the right thing to do.

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When we face hard challenges we must try to keeping going. If one solution does not work it does not mean to give up but to try a different way. You should always stay motivated and never just give up but instead just keep trying. -payton

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This quote reminds people that the only way to defeat hardships is to continue moving forward and persevering, otherwise you will not get past it. Even when one is struggling and can't find a way out, they have to keep searching and they'll eventually get past their struggles.

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No matter the circumstances that it takes, do something. Make something out of what you can in a hard time to get through it instead of just giving up.

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No matter the circumstances that it takes, do something. Make something out of what you can in a hard time to get through it instead of just giving up.

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What MLK says in this quote is very applicable today. In our society there is plenty of hate to go around, and people are always ready to hate, but not to see how or why the other side feels the way that they do. If we took time to love each other, we would see that we are actually quite similar.

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To see the stars, you must first be in the dark. MLK acknowledged the fact that in order for light to exist there must be darkness, but that the darkness does not overpower the light. In dark times, many see the dark as starless, but they are there, you have to break through.

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Most people just want revenge for the things other people do, and that's how things get more and more intense. Just like Ghandi said, when you are getting attacked, you must not fight back. They will soon realize their mistakes and ask for forgiveness.

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When I read this quote I think back to a time when I really needed to hear this. I wish younger me would've had this knowledge because it can get really hard to keep going sometimes. But no matter what, we must do everything we can to keep fighting. It doesn't matter if we are crawling on our hands and knees and others around us are sprinting past. We never know, maybe the roles could switch in the future. Especially today, this quote is inspirational to those who think they can't keep going because its getting hard. MLK definitely knew struggle, but he also knew that what he was fighting for would not come easily. So we should all keep MLK's words in mind when we feel the burden of life crushing down on us. Do whatever it takes to keep going :)

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How this quote applies to life today is during the struggle of finding success, is when you truly find what success is. For every person success looks a little different based on what they value. But the success or "stars" that someone strives for can only be found through the "darkness" or struggle of striving for it.

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I think now in days, its so important to stand up for what's right no matter the consequences and for a hero like Martin Luther King Jr. definitely shows us what someone's bravery can do for the world.

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In this quote, it is trying to empower people to take that first step even if you don't know what will come next. It could be something awful, or it could become something amazing, but you will never know unless you make that first step.

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In this quote, it is trying to empower people to take that first step even if you don't know what will come next. It could be something awful, or it could become something amazing, but you will never know unless you make that first step.

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The possibilities in front of you are only there because of your current situation and as your situation changes those opportunities you used to see will dissipate and bring new ones into view.

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I also really like this quote because it means a lot, especially in today's world. Our generation has a chance to show others kindness in hope that we're a good example to them and they show others kindness. The choice is ours, we just have to make the right one to love. -Carley

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There are many hardships in life and it is important to keep your head up and push through difficult times. Sometimes bad things happen and there isn't much we can do about it except move on and learn. I like this quote because it can be used in many different situations.

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This quote relates to my life because during this stressful busy school year i was able to find the simple things in life that help me relax and de-stress. Darkness is like and stars are the good things in my life.

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Kindness and love should always be what we turn to. Instead of treating others with the same hate and harshness they present to us, we should respond with light and see how that may change things in our world today.
gillian

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This is a meaningful and purposeful quote because he is trying to inspire others. He is saying even though you may not know exactly where anything will take you, it is important to take the first step because it could ultimately lead to one of your goals.

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This is a meaningful and purposeful quote because he is trying to inspire others. He is saying even though you may not know exactly where anything will take you, it is important to take the first step because it could ultimately lead to one of your goals.

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Being politically correct, or safe, is a big concern in our modern times. When someone deviates from that,they get ridiculed or hated. MLK went against the standards of his time, and pushed an opinion that eventually got very popular. In this way, going against what is generally accepted, and wanting change, MLK formatted the blueprint for how to push change into the spotlight.

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There is so much hate in the world and responding to that hate with more hate will not solve the problem. Responding to hate with more hate will only make situations worse.

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i like this quote because its saying that you can't make a right with two wrongs. That sometime you have to be the bigger person.

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One must have faith when doing any task.  To start anything you must have faith. If you don’t have faith in what are you doing then not only is there no point in attempting it, you most likely will not succeed. You can have faith in yourself or if you don’t have faith in yourself then have faith that God will guide you through the task ahead.